West 207th Street over Harlem River
GoodNew York County, New York · Over Harlem Rv Nr Fordham · Structure no. 000000002240120
- Built
- 1904
- 121 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Movable - Swing
- Steel
- Length
- 548 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,664
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
West 207th Street over Harlem River is a steel movable - swing carrying West 207th Street over Harlem River in New York County, New York. It was built in 1904 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 121 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 21,664 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,765 by 2041. The structure is 548 ft (167 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West 207th Street over Harlem River built?
It was built in 1904, making it 121 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is West 207th Street over Harlem River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does West 207th Street over Harlem River carry?
About 21,664 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is West 207th Street over Harlem River?
The structure is 548 ft (167 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns West 207th Street over Harlem River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.